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A 32-year-old female asked:
I have white vitiligo patches on my right foot and left breats near the nipple. any known cure for the skin disorder or any supplements ?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Dr. Morris Westfriedanswered
Dermatology 48 years experience
B,folic acid and c: Vitsmin supplements can help in some case, but vitiligo is best safely treated. Ybexcimer laser or narrow band uvb in office.
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Dr. Jeffrey Kassanswered
Podiatry 30 years experience
You may have: A form of fungus known as tinea versicolor. Try applying an antifungal cream twice a day until disappears. This may take 2-4 weeks if indeed it is secondary to the fungus.
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A look by experienced eyes is well worthwhile if the approach of try and see. fails.
Mar 27, 2017
Last updated Mar 27, 2017
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